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OSHA announced its most-frequently cited workplace safety standards for fiscal year 2026 at the 2026 Safety Congress & Expo, highlighting hazards that continue to put workers at risk across industries.
The show was hosted by National Safety Council (NSC) Sept. 11-17 at the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The preliminary data are based on OSHA inspections conducted during fiscal year 2026 and help employers identify persistent workplace hazards, prioritize improvements, and strengthen safety programs.
The Top 10 most frequently cited workplace safety standards are:
Although each of the Top 10 categories received fewer citations than the previous year, the rankings continue to highlight persistent workplace risks that require attention.
“Year after year, the OSHA Top 10 reminds us how pervasive preventable workplace hazards remain,” said Lorraine Martin, NSC CEO. “Every citation represents an opportunity to identify gaps and strengthen safety practices before a worker is injured. Employers should use these findings to evaluate their workplaces, install critical safeguards, and implement proven solutions that help protect workers and save lives.”
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